Dangerous combinations of medicinal herbs. General recommendations for complex herbal treatment How to drink herbal infusions correctly

Journalist Elena Egorova talks about some secrets of herbal medicine with a pharmacist, a hereditary herbalist, a member of the Society of Phytotherapists of St. Petersburg, the author of the books "I know about herbs ..." and "Hemlock - a healer of oncological and other diseases" Lidia Nikolaevna Dyakonova.

How long should herbal treatment take? What mistakes do people make more often in herbal medicine: do they drink the grass they need for too short a period of time, or, conversely, for too long?

L. D. More often, people take medicinal herbs for a shorter period of time than they should: they feel better and stop drinking the herb. However, chronic diseases such as diseases of the joints, tumors are treated for a long time. For example, tumor diseases of the thyroid gland, mastopathy, fibroma should be treated with herbs from several months to a year, or rather, until a complete cure.
In the case of cancer, after surgical removal of the tumor, medicinal herbs should be drunk for 5 years so that there is no recurrence, and it is advisable to alternate antitumor herbs. Among the best plants that prevent cancer recurrence is the Siberian prince - these properties have long been valued in Tibetan medicine. It is advisable to use it to prevent relapses and hemlock, which kills tumor cells - and after all, all tumor cells cannot be removed from the body with a knife. Hemlock is taken 1 time per day, in the morning 1 hour before meals according to the scheme from 1 drop to 40 drops (on the first day they take 1 drop, on the second - 2 drops, on the third - 3, etc.) and back from 40 to 1 drop. After such an 80-day course of treatment with hemlock, a week-long break is taken. During this period, herbs are used that cleanse the body of intoxication. In Siberia, for these purposes, the kopeck forest is most often used. Where lespedeza is rare, burdock root or wormwood herb can be used. I often prescribe a collection of six herbs for cleansing from intoxication: wormwood, immortelle, yarrow, dill, St. John's wort and birch leaf. 1 teaspoon of finely ground collection should be poured with a glass of boiling water, insist, strain and drink, without sweetening, during the day.
Another thing is the intake of herbs containing cardiac glycosides, which include such a sensational plant as hellebore. There are even cases of hellebore poisoning due to ignorance of the people who used it, the characteristics of this plant and the rules for its use. The general rule for using poisonous plants is to start with very small doses. So, finely ground hellebore root powder is first taken in an amount of 5 mg (which in appearance corresponds to the size of a small match head) once a day, in the morning on an empty stomach, with a glass of water.
After a three-week intake of hellebore, you need to take a week break. At the same time, in parallel with hellebore, as well as during weekly breaks in its intake, it is necessary to drink diuretic herbs, such as rose hips (possible in the form of compote), birch leaf, currant or lingonberry. In addition, it has long been noted that hellebore is most effective in the cold transitional season - in autumn and spring. The dose of hellebore can be increased by a third in about three weeks.
Digitalis, spring adonis, jaundice also contain cardiac glycosides, so after every three weeks of taking any of these herbs, a week break is taken, during which they drink diuretic herbs.

Lidia Nikolaevna, you said that diseases of the joints are also treated with herbs for a long time. How long and with what herbs?

L. D. Avicenna wrote that joints should be treated for four seasons, that is, a year, but usually it takes even two years to treat them.
In diseases of the joints, herbs with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects are used that affect the skeletal system, as well as herbs that activate the work of the kidneys, bladder and have a diuretic effect, because the infection needs to be washed out of the body. These herbs include lingonberry leaf, high elecampane, heather, knotweed, birch leaf, meadow geranium, marsh cinquefoil, horsetail.
Some medicinal plants, having a slight diuretic effect, help to remove salts that are unnecessary for the body, which are deposited in the joints. For these purposes, along with the already mentioned birch leaf, lingonberry leaf and knotweed, you can also use blackcurrant leaf, pharmacy asparagus, goldenrod, burdock root, rosehip root, common cocklebur.
Preparations from herbs and fees with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial action are not only taken orally, but also rubbed with them on the joints.
It should be noted that in the treatment of tumor diseases, they also combine the internal intake of herbs with the external use of the same herbs, for example, in fibromyomas, bandages soaked in a medicinal infusion are made on the stomach.

How should herbal intake be related to food intake?

L. D. Herbs for the treatment of the liver and gallbladder should be taken 15-30 minutes before meals, and with a diseased liver, herbs are best taken in the form of infusions and decoctions, rather than alcohol tinctures.
If you are treating a sick stomach or intestines, then take the herb you need 30 minutes before eating.
In kidney herbal medicine, the appropriate herbs are taken an hour and a half before a meal or an hour after a meal - after all, the kidneys must, on the one hand, be washed, and on the other hand, the medicinal substances of the herbs should not be washed.
For the treatment of cancer, poisonous plants are used (celandine, periwinkle, mistletoe, etc.). Poisonous plants, as a rule, are taken once a day, in the morning an hour before meals and washed down with plenty of water (at least 100 ml).

Do I need to take breaks from taking herbs that are not poisonous?

L. D. Need. The fact is that if you take any herb or herbal collection for a long time, without taking breaks in taking it, then the body gets used to the phytotherapeutic effect, and as a result, the therapeutic effect is significantly reduced.
Some herbs require particularly skillful application. For example, wormwood cannot be used for a long time - this herb is taken no more than a week a month. The fact is that its long-term use is harmful to the stomach and to the brain (it dries out the brain, as Avicenna wrote). Tansy, a bitter and rather toxic herb, is also not recommended to be taken for more than a week a month.
Some herbs are abortifacient and therefore contraindicated during pregnancy. These herbs include oregano, burnet, gentian, tansy.

What general rules for combining herbs with each other should be followed?

L. D. Herbs that have a calming and tonic effect do not combine with each other, so they are not consumed in one go. The former include valerian, motherwort, evasive peony, blue cyanosis, mint, lemon balm, hop cones. To the second - eleutherococcus, Manchurian aralia, lemongrass, high lure, Rhodiola rosea, ginseng. However, you can take a tonic herb in the morning, and a calming herb in the evening of the same day.
Diuretic and laxative herbs are not taken at the same time, as they weaken the effect of each other. Laxative herbs (zhoster, hay, buckthorn) should not be used every day. If you suffer from constipation, take laxative herbs every other day, preferably at night.
When taking such a strong remedy as hemlock, even the food consumed by the patient is important. Immediately after taking hemlock, it is not recommended to consume tea, coffee, milk and lactic acid products, as well as acidic foods such as grapefruit, lemons, oranges, sour apples, sauerkraut and dishes seasoned with vinegar. But within a few hours after taking the hemlock (say, at lunch), these products can be consumed. Smoking and alcohol also reduce the effect of hemlock.
Some herbs do not combine with hemlock: at the same time, wormwood, ferula, celandine, periwinkle should not be taken with it.

Probably, it is important not only to choose the right medicinal herb, but also to prepare medicine from it correctly?

L. D. Oh sure. Although I want to emphasize that a good recipe is not for everyone. The fact is that each person has his own characteristics, his own health problems, and herbs can also have a side effect. For example, galangal and St. John's wort fix, St. John's wort increases pressure - all this must be taken into account.
Now about the preparation of medicines from herbs. The roots and bark of medicinal plants are usually boiled. So, they boil the root of calamus, the roots of galangal and wild rose, the bark of oak, so that they give their healing substances into the solution. In addition, a decoction of oak bark, rich in tannins, does not need to be infused for more than 20 minutes - it is filtered while still warm.
Contrary to the general rule, the roots of plants such as burdock and marshmallow do not need to be boiled, although people often try to do so. The fact is that the active principles of these medicinal roots containing mucus dissolve in water precisely at room temperature.
Some herbs should not be boiled because their active ingredients are destroyed by boiling. These herbs include European dodder. And when the meadowsweet is boiled, an unpleasant pharmacy smell appears, so the cold method of infusion of plant materials is also appropriate for this plant. Pour the meadowsweet with water at room temperature overnight, and strain in the morning.
And one more piece of advice. Since essential oils are quickly destroyed in solution, plants rich in essential oils are infused for no more than 10-15 minutes, filtered and used immediately. Such herbs include wild rosemary, mint, lemon balm, chamomile, sage, buds and pine needles. These plants, rich in essential oils, are useful for inhalation for colds.

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The Russian people, as well as the British and some other nationalities, cannot imagine their life without tasty, fragrant tea with a velvety aftertaste. That's just the residents "Foggy Albion", that is the UK, drink tea at 5 pm. Russian people are so fond of this invigorating drink that these residents drink several cups of tea a day. This is especially true for representatives of creative professions and freelancers. And the question becomes more and more "what herbs can be brewed and drunk instead of tea".

Homemade herbal teas - advantages

Various herbs can be drunk instead of tea every day if you have read the contraindications. This is a huge plus. The more you drink, the stronger and more resilient you become. At the same time, herbal infusions have many additional amazing properties.

1. Strengthens the immune system due to the high content of essential oils and antioxidants. Are you tired of catching a cold in the off season? Switch to herbal teas.

1. Such herbal drinks, which we erroneously call "tea", perfectly treat intestinal dysbacteriosis and eliminate the consequences of poisoning. If your stomach hurts and rumbling is heard, be sure to include herbal teas in your diet after every meal.

1. If you add spices or grated ginger with honey to the herbal tea combination, it will help the body warm up in cold weather, as well as cure a cold.

1. Herbal drink is not addictive and does not negatively affect the nervous system, so they are great for children and the elderly.

1. This tea is a very economical option for any family. In addition, it perfectly saturates the body with vitamins and does not interfere with their absorption if you drink additional complexes.

1. Herbs for tea not only have a powerful therapeutic effect, but also do not cause swelling.

1. If you have hypertension or other cardiovascular diseases, drink only these teas and avoid black teas that contain uric acid from your diet.

Homemade herbal teas - disadvantages

Sometimes even herbs can have a harmful effect on the body. The fact is that the composition of herbal tea usually includes a wide variety of plants that have one or another therapeutic effect. Some raise the pressure, others lower it. The same is true with potency. Some herbal drinks can adversely affect health, so you should familiarize yourself with the contraindications in advance.

1. If a young couple drinks mint tea in excessive quantities, this may affect the conception of an unborn child. It is especially not recommended to drink a lot of mint tea for the stronger sex.

1. Nettle, oregano or thyme are not the best option if you are planning to become a mother. It should be remembered that some plants can cause uterine contractions, and this is fraught with premature birth or miscarriage.

1. Herbal drinks are not recommended for chronic patients without the consent of a doctor.

1. It should be remembered that chokeberry drinks can affect people who have stomach problems.

1. It is advisable not to drink thyme or birch buds for people who have kidney disease.

1. With hypertension or planning a child, it is better to refuse herbal drinks from licorice root or St. John's wort. These herbs, like mint, can affect male potency.

Even if you have no contraindications, be careful when choosing your herbal tea for every day. After drinking, analyze the reactions of your body: are there any headaches, allergies, shortness of breath or discomfort in the stomach.

Herbal tea blends for every day

If you are not allergic and you have no contraindications to herbs, you can safely mix any of them in the right proportions. It is recommended to take any one plant as a basis, black or green tea is suitable. The last two can be drunk by those who do not have cardiovascular diseases. So, what is supposed to be brewed in herbal tea? It depends on your taste preferences and the goal you want to achieve: cheerfulness, calmness, or increased concentration in work and study. The most interesting and delicious flavor combinations are listed below.

1. Rosehip with the addition of lemongrass or lemon balm.

1. Black tea with the addition of cardamom and mint pods.

1. Vitamin tea from currant leaves and berries, as well as wild rose.

1. Brewed raspberry leaves with cinnamon on the tip of a knife and orange zest.

1. Chamomile tea with dried cherries, blueberries or blueberries.

1. Oregano, St. John's wort, mint with the addition of dried and chopped lemon peel.

1. Chokeberry with the addition of thyme sprigs, raspberry leaves or dried cherries.

1. Leaves of wild strawberry, black currant with linden blossom. To give a shade, rowan berries are added.

You can add spices to any of these teas: a vanilla stick or a whole stick of cinnamon, anise, dried ginger, clove buds. They will warm in the cold season and give strength.

Tonic herbal tea blends

Why is it necessary to tone the body? For cheerfulness and good mood for the whole day. Tonic teas are drunk strictly in the morning after breakfast. However, sugar should not be added to them.

To invigorate, choose ingredients such as ginger, lemon or lemongrass, green tea, anise, rosehip, willow-herb, any dried berries, citrus zest.

Soothing herbal tea blends

It is logical to drink teas for relaxation before going to bed. They will set the body to rest and calm the nervous system. But the miraculous effect of soothing herbs does not end there. It is useful to brew herbal teas of this type for problems with the digestive organs. They not only put the nerves in order, but also soothe the walls of the stomach and intestines, and also remove toxins.

For soothing teas, ingredients such as mint, lemon balm, pharmacy chamomile, thyme, motherwort herb and valerian root, lavender, jasmine flowers are suitable. Infuse such herbs for at least 5 minutes in a tightly closed container. If the tea is highly concentrated, it can be diluted with water or milk. It is recommended to drink such herbs every day before going to bed for 2-3 weeks in order to completely heal the nervous system.

High blood pressure herbal tea blends

For hypertensive patients, nature also has its own medicine - these are herbs for tea that reduce pressure. These include leaves and flowers of strawberries, knotweed, succession, barberry berries and chokeberry. You can add these ingredients to any herbal tea with the exception of black and green.

Detox tea blends

More and more often we hear about detox systems that perfectly cleanse the body and remove toxins. If detox smoothies are suitable for hot weather, then teas are best drunk in autumn, winter and spring. For this purpose, you should take the following ingredients: fennel, elderberries, plantain leaves. They perfectly cleanse the entire body of mucus. Chamomile flowers, corn stigmas, immortelle, marigold flowers (calendula), dandelion root and even wormwood have a remarkable choleretic property. In such teas, it is allowed to add a little sugar.

Not bad detoxifies burdock and dandelion flowers. If you have lung problems, it is recommended to drink more oregano and violet leaves. If you do not want to face constipation in your life, we recommend that you brew senna, rhubarb (root), buckthorn or joster. To cleanse the cardiovascular system, the leaves of blackcurrant, white mistletoe or Japanese sophora.

Versatile herbal tea blends

Overweight women feel the toxicity of the body to a greater extent than others. At the same time, their vessels are clogged not only with cholesterol, but also with salts. In such cases, you can brew any herbal teas. We recommend paying special attention to St. John's wort, strawberry roots or leaves, immortelle, chamomile flowers, birch buds. Tea from these herbs is drunk without sugar or sweetener.

The most useful herbs for tea - we are looking for, we find, we brew

As you can see, many herbs and berries can be drunk instead of tea, while getting them in our time is not difficult. Pharmacies, online stores and small markets are at your service. But it is much more pleasant and interesting to collect herbs or berries yourself, armed with certain knowledge. If you want to drink herbal teas every day, then you will have to stock up on herbs that taste good, while excluding tansy or yarrow. Now let's talk about the rules for collecting and brewing tea.

1. Collect herbs away from the roads, while it would be nice to arm yourself with knowledge about certain plants. Flowers should be collected during flowering in ecological areas. In this case, the weather should be dry and clear.

1. When buying herbs in pharmacies, pay attention to the quality certificate or the inscription on the box "passed radiological control".

1. Dry the leaves, berries, herbs in a dry, dark place (while avoiding direct sunlight).

1. After drying, pack them loosely in a jar, tighten the lid well and sign. Keep out of the reach of children.

1. You can dry the plants in the oven to speed up the process by turning it on for at least 2 hours.

Herbalist Secrets: How to Brew Delicious Herbal Tea

Compatibility. When brewing, do not mix ingredients with strong odors. Try to create a harmonious composition so that they do not interrupt each other with taste and aroma. Fresh herbs should be finely chopped.

Welding. As for other teas, first rinse the teapot with boiling water and only then pour the prepared ingredients into it. Infuse plants from 5 minutes to half an hour. The longer, the stronger and more versatile the drink will be.

Adding bark and spices. For a richer spectrum of flavors, spices must first be ground in a mortar and bark boiled for at least 10 minutes.

Ceremony. No need to brew herbal teas and drink them with anyone. This is an intimate matter. Call your best friend or mother, you can create a tea ceremony with your husband and prepare candles. You will remember this retreat for a long time.

Meditation. If you are alone, rejoice, you can do a wonderful meditation. The Chinese advise you to first enjoy the shade of tea, then its aroma, and only after that the taste. Relaxation and tranquility guaranteed!

Break free from your habits, try new herbs and spices, get creative, mix and create your own amazing blends. At the same time, you will always have a full variety of drinks for home and guests.

Friends! Take some common recommendations for treatment with our herbal preparations, tinctures and individual herbs. Usually, the course of treatment with the collection of herbs is 3 months, you need to drink fresh infusion every day according to the indicated method (pour a tablespoon of herbs along the edge of the spoon, without top), there is no need to take breaks in treatment. You need to understand that herbs act slowly, gently, but always true and without any side effects, therefore, in the treatment of certain diseases (various neoplasms: tumors, cysts, polyps; chronic and advanced forms of diseases, difficult to cure, etc.) it is quite possible that you will have to drink not one, but two or more courses in a row (take a break of 2 weeks between courses).

It is very important in the treatment to establish the correct diagnosis, because on this basis we select medicines for you. The first thing you need to start treatment is to choose collection of herbs corresponding to your disease. In parallel with the collection, you can take various alcohol tinctures, poisons, etc. The effect will be much stronger.

! Can't mix poisons(for example, Todikamp, ​​hemlock, oncolan, knyazhik, wolf's bast), after completing the course of one poison, you need to take a 2-week break, and then you can start taking another.

Non poisonous herbs(both individual and herbal collections) can be taken in parallel, but no more than three collections at the same time. If you are taking 2-3 herbs at the same time, drink them an hour apart. You can do otherwise: after drinking one collection for several days (say, a week or 10 days), start drinking another one without any break and so alternate up to three collections. Thus, it is possible to accept various fees, supporting one or the other body, for several months in a row without interruptions, because. the body does not get used to the same composition of herbs.

The treatment will be much more effective if you follow our recommendations (all methods are based on many years of experience): treatment of various neoplasms(tumors, fibroids, adenomas, cysts, polyps, etc.) an antitumor collection of herbs should be taken in parallel with hemlock tincture (if the neoplasm is below the belt) or oncolan tincture (if above the belt), as well as Todikamp (for tumors of any localization) . You cannot combine them, because. these are poisons, but excellent antitumor, anticancer agents.

In the treatment of polyarthritis, joint diseases the effect will be stronger if, with the collection of herbs, you drink a tincture of marsh cinquefoil, comfrey, maclura or Todikamp (at the same time, you can rub sore joints with Todikamp, ​​ointment or emulsion of cinquefoil, maclura ointment).

Hyperfunction of the thyroid gland should be treated by combining the collection of herbs with tinctures of elecampane or calamus, cocklebur. At hypofunction- another collection, in parallel with cocklebur (which is used in both cases) and Todikamp.

At metabolic disorders the most faithful doctor is a cinquefoil (in parallel with the collection of herbs).

For blood purification it is necessary to take the collection of herbs in parallel with black elderberry syrup(which successfully fights various blood diseases), sophora.

The strongest remedy with osteochondrosis and salt deposition, as practice shows, this is Caucasian hellebore (but you need to drink it for a long time, at least a year), it also fights well with excess weight.

beautiful sedatives are tinctures of calamus, skullcap and elecampane (with the collection of herbs). With various heart disease, hypertension, along with the collection of herbs, it is necessary to drink tincture of skullcap, sophora and mistletoe, hellebore, dioscorea. Powerful in the treatment of various gynecological diseases(inflammation, bleeding, fibroids, adhesions, etc.), diseases of the genitourinary system is a hog uterus or a red brush (taken in parallel with the collection of herbs for a specific disease).

Excellent results against alcoholism gives the use of a special collection of herbs in combination with a puppeteer (causes an aversion to alcohol).

Comfrey is an excellent medicine for any bone pathology(osteomyelitis, fractures, sciatica, hernias, etc.).

It is important to understand that there is no universal remedy that would help everyone cure a particular disease. All means are strong, but they suit one person, the other does not experience much improvement.

Therefore, you need to try to be treated with different means and look for what suits you. Listen to your body: if there is an improvement when taking any medication, then continue to take it.

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Dangerous combinations of medicinal herbs

Doctors usually prescribe pills for us, but we take herbs on our own, without consulting specialists, thinking that they cannot harm our health. Therefore, we need to know the dangerous combinations of herbs and various drugs.

Phytotherapy is not harmful

Today, a variety of dietary supplements based on medicinal herbs are becoming increasingly popular. You can buy them without a doctor's prescription, and many of us prescribe them on our own, believing that these are not "chemistry", but just "weeds". However, the active substances in those and others do not fundamentally differ from each other. Being in the composition of preparations obtained by an industrial method, and roots and herbs, such substances are powerful weapons. Sometimes they can be dangerous combinations that can lead to the most unforeseen reactions.

For example, an elderly person decides to start taking ginkgo biloba extract to prevent memory impairment. At the same time, the doctor, who is not aware of this, prescribes acetylsalicylic acid for heart problems. If the patient takes both of these drugs consistently, after a few months such experiments may end in a stroke ...

To avoid this, you need to know and follow a few simple rules:

Tell your doctor about all the supplements and herbs you are taking, as almost all of them have side effects of one kind or another.

Be safe and consult with a phytotherapeutist. These specialists know more about the properties of medicinal herbs than ordinary doctors.

Drink herbs and preparations separately, at different times of the day, so that dangerous combinations of them that can be harmful to health do not form.

We accept without mixing!

Echinacea. This plant has antiviral and antibacterial properties and is used to prevent and treat influenza and SARS, as well as to improve immune defenses. Echinacea should not be taken with antifungal medications as the combination is toxic to the liver. In addition, this herb should not be combined with drugs that suppress the immune system, it is also contraindicated in people with autoimmune diseases, tuberculosis and AIDS.

Valerian root. As you know, this remedy is widely used to overcome mild forms of anxiety and to improve sleep. Valerian root preparations should not be mixed with other anti-anxiety and antidepressant medications as their effects are cumulative and may lead to unpredictable results. In addition, it is not recommended to combine valerian root and other soothing herbs and antihistamines.

Ginkgo biloba. This ancient Chinese plant helps to improve blood circulation and blood supply to the brain, and also improves memory and attention. Ginkgo should not be combined with anticoagulants, that is, substances that thin the blood. Such dangerous combinations are fraught with excessive blood thinning, bleeding and hemorrhage. It is undesirable to use these medicinal herbs and with MAO inhibitor drugs to get rid of depression.

St. John's wort. If in our country this plant is used to treat a variety of diseases, then in Western countries it is known primarily as a remedy for nervous tension and depression, which is part of sedatives. St. John's wort should not be taken with some antibiotics that cause photosensitivity, as this aggravates the effect. In addition, St. John's wort should not be drunk by people taking antidepressants. These drugs affect the level of serotonin, and the summation of their action with a medicinal herb leads to unpredictable consequences. In addition, without consulting a doctor, you can not combine St. John's wort and anticonvulsants, as they are able to interact with each other. There is also evidence that this plant may reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills and some asthma medications.

Ginseng. It is a popular herbal remedy used to improve tone. Since it thins the blood, you should not combine it with antidiabetic, antihypertensive and cardiac drugs. The combination of ginseng with MAO inhibitors sometimes leads to manic psychosis, and the combination with caffeine preparations and coffee can cause irritability.

Ephedra. This plant is used in the treatment of a wide variety of diseases - from asthma to the common cold. Its main active ingredient, called ephedrine, contains many cold remedies and weight loss drugs. Ephedra is not recommended for use with hyper- and antihypertensive drugs, as it can increase blood pressure and increase heart rate. In addition, this medicinal herb should not be drunk by people who take drugs to regulate blood sugar levels. Ephedra neutralizes their action. Its combination with MAO inhibitors is also dangerous, as it leads to an increase in blood pressure. You can not take the plant with some heart drugs to avoid arrhythmias.

Pyrethrum. This remedy is for migraine prevention. It should not be drunk before or after surgery, as this can cause severe bleeding.

Licorice. Often used for ARVI, colds, peptic ulcers, to relieve menopause. Licorice and its syrup should not be taken by those taking anti-diabetic drugs, as the plant may interfere with the action of the drugs. In addition, taking licorice leads to the depletion of calcium stores in the body and to cardiac arrhythmias, especially in people who drink certain cardiac drugs.

CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR THE RECEPTION OF MEDICINAL HERBS

In some cases, useful medicinal herbs can be harmful and even dangerous to health. There are a number of diseases and conditions when thoughtless use of medicinal plants can lead to a number of undesirable consequences. Therefore, it is important to know the contraindications for taking medicinal herbs so as not to harm your body or the health of loved ones. These tips will help those who prefer alternative medicine over conventional medicine.

Absolutely all herbs have a number of indications, as well as contraindications for taking. For example, pregnant women and women with menopause should not use tinctures and decoctions of barberry. From medicinal herbs for those who suffer from gastritis, other gastric diseases, ulcers, diseases of the duodenum, calamus is not recommended, as well as grapes. The acids contained in these plants irritate the stomach lining, leading to even more serious problems. With gastritis with an increased level of acidity, it is also not recommended to take tinctures or decoctions from calamus. Contraindications for taking this plant are associated with the components contained in its composition, which further increase the level of secretion of hydrochloric acid.

Frequent use black chokeberry can provoke blood clots, and this is fraught with thrombosis and blockage of veins and blood vessels. Kalina, on the contrary, causes blood incoagulability. Carrot lovers should know that this vegetable is not only considered a medicinal plant, but may also have some contraindications for taking. Its use in excessive amounts can lead to yellowing of the skin. In addition, root crops that are not located underground, but above its surface can be dangerous. Usually such parts are green and can be poisonous, negatively affect the functioning of the heart.

marigold flowers, which are so often used to prepare tinctures and decoctions, may also not be safe, especially if the correct dosage is not observed. Not everyone knows that fresh flowers are almost ten times stronger than dried ones. Concerning fireweed, then an overdose of this plant threatens with epilepsy.

Not everyone knows that there are contraindications for taking even onion. For example, tincture from it should not be used for heart disease and for diseases of the liver and kidneys.

Sagebrush- a plant that requires extreme caution when taken. It is taken orally only if the dosage is correctly calculated. Long-term use is contraindicated, otherwise hallucinations, mental disorders, convulsions are possible. You can not use wormwood pregnant and with an ulcer.

beetroot juice, so useful, according to most of us, can be a real poison if taken incorrectly. Freshly squeezed juice can provoke severe vasospasm, so you must insist at least three hours before drinking. During this time, harmful components disappear from the juice, and the juice becomes extremely useful.

Melilot officinalis- one of the most popular medicinal herbs, which is often used to prepare tinctures, decoctions and medicinal formulations. Contraindications for taking this plant are disorders of the central nervous system, migraines, and changes in blood pressure.

Among medicinal herbs, popularity has gained and nettle. Contraindications for taking nettle are increased blood clotting, atherosclerosis, cysts and tumor formations, polyps, hypertension, uterine diseases and inflammatory processes in the appendages.

The use of horsetail is contraindicated in diseases of the kidneys and even with the slightest violation of their function. Rosehip is not recommended for those who have dental problems: the acids contained in large quantities in its berries destroy tooth enamel. After taking it, rinse your mouth with water. In addition, absolute contraindications for taking rosehip decoctions are endocarditis, thrombophlebitis, and heart failure.

Thyme is not used for atherosclerosis and cardiosclerosis, for diseases of the cerebral vessels. Contraindications are also atrial fibrillation, stomach ulcers, kidney and liver diseases, pre-infarction condition, rehabilitation period after a heart attack. Immortelle is not recommended for hypertensive patients. Forest or field mint leads to reproductive dysfunction in men, it is not recommended to give it to children as a sedative.

Celandine is a plant that is considered more poisonous than useful. It can be dangerous roots, leaves, flowers and stems. Take it as a medicinal herb with extreme caution, observing the exact dosage. With prolonged use and improper dosage, vomiting, stool disorder, respiratory failure, dizziness appear. Ramson - is contraindicated in gastritis, with gastric ulcer. Licorice is contraindicated in high blood pressure, it leads to fluid retention in the body. In addition, it causes sexual dysfunction, weakens libido, slows down hair growth.

In general, and listed above, and any other types of medicinal herbs have their own contraindications for admission. When using them for treatment, you must follow the correct dosage and know the characteristics of your body so as not to cause even more harm to your health.

Exist contraindications to the use of herbal medicines.

When preparing any folk remedy for herbs for child, it is necessary to reduce the dosage depending on his age:

0 - 3 years - the dosage is reduced by 3-5 times;

3 - 7 years - the dosage is reduced by 2 times;

7 - 14 years - the dosage is reduced by 1.5 times.

Most dangerous plants - hemlock, milestone poisonous(cicuta), wolf's bast. These plants are generally not recommended for use in any collections.

If misused, severe forms of poisoning can cause: belladonna, seeds henbane and dope, buckthorn and even celandine. At home, it is better not to make infusions and decoctions from sophora japonica,thermopsis, nightshade, larkspur.

apricot kernels you can use no more than twenty kernels at a time, due to the high content of hydrocyanic acid in them;

Fruit chokeberry(chokeberry) are contraindicated in people with increased blood clotting;

Ledum marsh extremely poisonous;

Nuclei cherries and plums contain hydrocyanic acid, so cherry and plum jam is not recommended to be stored for more than three years;

Immortelle contraindicated in people suffering from hypertension;

Valerian(roots) is not recommended for long-term use, as it negatively affects the digestive organs, and long-term use of valerian can cause headaches, nausea and heart disorders;

Grape should not be used by people with diabetes. And also, in large quantities is contraindicated in hypertension;

fruit juice grenade it is used only in diluted form, since the high acid content in pomegranate destroys tooth enamel. An overdose of the bark can cause convulsions, dizziness, blurred vision, weakness;

Grass gray jaundice can not be taken in acute myocarditis and atherosclerosis;

Long term use Hypericum can cause dermatitis;

Wild strawberry contraindicated in gastritis with high acidity and ulcerative processes of the gastrointestinal tract;

Buckthorn brittle strictly contraindicated in the second half of pregnancy;

Use schisandra chinensis harmful for hypertension and insomnia;

Nettle and corn silk contraindicated for people with increased blood clotting;

Plantain contraindicated in increased gastric secretion;

Berries juniper ordinary can not be used for acute inflammation of the kidneys and during pregnancy;

Tincture onion contraindicated in people suffering from heart disease, as well as kidney disease;

It is contraindicated to use flax-seed with cholecystitis and hepatitis;

Tansy contraindicated in pregnant women and children under nine years of age;

Horseradish and radish strictly contraindicated in gastritis, diseases of the kidneys, liver, peptic ulcer of the gastrointestinal tract;

Fresh beetroot juice can contribute to a strong heartbeat, therefore, before ingestion, it should stand for about two and a half hours;

Lilac- a rather poisonous plant and therefore its dosage must be strictly controlled;

walnut, hazelnut(forest): when taking it is very important to follow the dosage, since a small excess can cause severe headaches in the frontal part;

kidney tea removes a lot of fluid from the body, so you need to increase the intake of fluids;

Undesirable application sowing radish people suffering from cardiovascular diseases, since its juice increases the heart rate;

bearberry, with prolonged use, it irritates the kidneys;

Persimmon contraindicated in obesity, as well as diabetes;

Garlic contraindicated in inflammation of the kidneys and exacerbations of hemorrhoids;

After taking wild rose inside, you need to properly rinse your mouth with water, because the acid contained in the rosehip infusion destroys tooth enamel;

Patients with high acidity are contraindicated lemons, oregano,pepper, caraway;

Patients with low acidity, it is undesirable to use dill,coriander and green tea;

With a heart attack and thrombophlebitis, you can not use basil, coriander because they increase blood clotting.

Summer has arrived, and with it, the season for harvesting medicinal herbs. in this article will talk about the basics of herbal medicine - how to drink medicinal herbs.

Phytotherapy is treatment with the help of medicinal plants. Even 2 centuries ago, it was the only way to treat, because there was simply no pharmaceuticals.

Modern pharmaceuticals successfully fight many previously incurable diseases, but they have a minus - they often cause complications and it often happens that a person does not need potent drugs, because they can be handled with simpler means. No wonder more and more people prefer to be treated with "herbs" rather than pills.

For thousands of years, medicinal plants have been the only remedy available to people. Which, in general, is not surprising, because we are children of nature and our food should be of plant and animal origin, and not anything synthetic. Throughout evolution, humans and plants have evolved together. Therefore, our ancestors were well versed in herbs and knew which medicinal plant would help against which ailment. It is also known to our smaller brothers.

In order to successfully use herbal medicine, you need to know not only, but the rules for taking medicinal plants. How is it right drink medicinal herbs

Rule number 1. Plants, as well as drugs in the pharmaceutical industry, have different strengths. Therefore, starting treatment, use the weakest phyto-collections and herbs. Only in case they do not help you, switch to stronger ones. For example, if you have a bowel disorder, start with chamomile and yarrow instead of belladonna, which is toxic and requires strict dosage.

Rule number 2. Use the plants themselves, not a pharmaceutical herbal preparation based on them. The fact is that during industrial processing, plants lose many of the beneficial properties that they possess in their raw form. Therefore, their action also changes.

Rule number 3. Do not get carried away with too complex medicinal preparations, which include more than 3-5 medicinal herbs. In one taken plant there is a composition of components balanced by nature itself. The more plants in a mixture, the more difficult it is to predict its outcome. However, treatment with fees is more effective than with a single plant. Here you need to choose the golden mean and use fees for treatment, which include 3-5 plants.

Rule number 4. You should not think that the effect of herbal medicine will come immediately. Too impatient natures, brewing herbs for a day or two, and not waiting for the first results, stop herbal treatment and switch to medication. However, in order to get the effect of the use of medicinal herbs, it takes 3-4 weeks to pass. Do not give up herbal medicine before the term that your doctor has prescribed for you.

In chronic diseases, medicinal preparations are drunk for a month, then you need to take a break for 5-10 days. Or they are treated according to this scheme: drink medicines for 2-3 months, and then take a break for 2 weeks or a month.

In any case, in order to avoid addiction, the fees should be alternated each for 10-15 days.

As a rule, with the treatment of medicinal fees, an improvement is observed after a few days. A lasting effect appears with a longer (at least 5-6 months) use of herbs.

If there is no positive result within 2-3 weeks, then the collection must be replaced with another one.

Rule number 5. Treatment with medicinal herbs is also a treatment, the result of which may be different. Therefore, before embarking on experiments, consult a good (licensed) herbalist or herbalist.

Rule number 6. When starting to use a new drug collection, you do not need to immediately take the entire dose as a whole. You can't know in advance how it will affect you. If this is an ointment based on medicinal herbs, then first apply a small amount of it to the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe wrist or elbow of the hand and see if there is a response - itching or redness.

If this is a decoction or infusion, then start with just a teaspoon - if no unfavorable symptoms have happened within the next hour, then you can take the entire dose as a whole.

Some medications can cause allergies. Therefore, you need to start with small fees, which include 2-3 plants and after 3-5 days add one component at a time to find out the allergen.

Carefully study the contraindications of each herb included in the collection. Everything must be taken into account: what kind of pressure do you have in life, is there a tendency to constipation, or vice versa, do you have a weak stool. It must be remembered that some plants should not be drunk during pregnancy, and some during

Following all these simple basics of herbal medicine , knowing how to drink medicinal herbs, you can achieve excellent results, improve your health and even completely cope with the disease. Treat correctly and then phytotherapy will help you!

Let's replace the pills with a green pharmacy

Folk, grandmother's recipes often help us out when we catch a cold: a sore throat, cough and runny nose, help in the fight against stress, prevent exacerbations of chronic diseases - all this can be done by herbal medicine.

Very often, in chronic diseases, a person may experience an allergic reaction to medication treatment. Or a person cannot take pills because of some other disease. Then phytotherapy will help you too. Here are some diseases in the treatment of which tablets can be replaced with medicinal herbs.

Immunodeficiency

With a weakened immune system, traditional medicine suggests steroid hormones. But people with gastritis or peptic ulcer cannot take them. In this case, such medicinal herbs as: medicinal lungwort, pomegranate, Chinese tea bush will help you.

In order to strengthen the immune system, it is enough to eat half a pomegranate every day. If you eat pomegranates for a month, then you will not only increase your immunity, but also the level of hemoglobin in the blood, improve your well-being. Just keep in mind that pomegranate has a fixing effect on the intestines, so along with it, you need to eat 5-7 pieces of dried apricots or prunes daily, which are also very useful for maintaining the immune system with dried fruits, and at the same time help regulate bowel function.

Thrombosis of blood vessels

Aspirin is the drug most commonly prescribed by doctors in cases of increased blood clots. Again, it should not be used by people with stomach diseases - ulcers and gastritis, as well as with intestinal ulcers. Plants that can replace aspirin: onions, cherries, figs, red currants, blueberries, tarragon.

Here is a simple and affordable recipe for reducing blood clots: grind a dry raspberry leaf into powder and brew half a teaspoon of 0.5 liters of boiling water in a thermos. During the next day, you will need to drink these half a liter of infusion without straining it. Such a daily use of raspberry leaf infusion will reduce by 50-70% the risk of blood clots in various cardiovascular pathologies. This will save you from the need to take special drugs that regulate the composition of the blood.

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Insomnia

If you have insomnia, your doctor will prescribe sleeping pills, but they can cause increased daytime sleepiness and impaired concentration, which is unacceptable, for example, for those who drive. Good soothing and anti-irritability properties are possessed by: hops, dill seeds, lavender oil.

Honey is a sleeping pill created by nature itself, add it to any drink before going to bed and you will sleep sweetly and carefree. A quarter glass of freshly squeezed pumpkin juice with a spoonful of honey, drunk at night, is very good for falling asleep. It is troublesome to prepare pumpkin juice, then in order to sleep well at night, dissolve 1 tablespoon of honey in a glass of kefir and drink shortly before bedtime.

Headache

Often, patients with complaints of headache doctors prescribe various analgesics. However, their constant use not only has a negative effect on the liver, but is also fraught with dependence on analgesics. This can be avoided by drinking herbs instead of pills: peppermint, oregano herb, menthol oil, red clover.

For headaches and dizziness, drink teas from lemon balm, oregano and peppermint. Use an infusion of clover inflorescences, which has a positive effect on the state of the vessels of the head: pour 1 teaspoon with a glass of boiling water and boil over low heat for 5 minutes, cool, strain and take the infusion 1 tablespoon 4-5 times a day 30 minutes after eating.

Runny nose

Now a lot of drugs for the common cold are sold in pharmacies (naphthyzinum, galazolin, etc.). However, they cannot be used for a long time, since their effectiveness is lost and, having a vasoconstrictive effect, they only relieve swelling for a while.

For the treatment of the common cold, Kalanchoe and aloe juice, the powder of the initial drug are used, and inhalations are made with essential oils. Many of the most diverse means have been accumulated by folk medicine to combat the common cold and its manifestation - a runny nose, cough and sore throat.

And finally, one more recipe from, which will help you if you get cold or wet your feet.

Pour a glass of milk and heat it until warm, then dissolve in it 1 tablespoon of linden honey, 1 raw egg (do not forget to wash the shell with soap before that), 1 tablespoon of butter. Mix everything well and drink before you go to bed. This is a good folk remedy that will warm you, energize you and the next day all signs of a cold will disappear.